SHEET S-106EXTERIOR · DECKS & PORCHES

Deck builder on Staten Island

New decks, rebuilds and porch repairs on proper footings and properly attached ledgers, in pressure-treated lumber or composite.

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Decks & Porches

Scope of work

Deck failures almost always start at the connections: a ledger board nailed to the house instead of bolted and flashed, undersized footings, or rusted joist hangers. We build the frame to code first (footings below frost depth, bolted and flashed ledger, hot-dipped or stainless hardware), then deck it with your choice of boards.

We also rebuild front porches, replace porch floors, columns and railings, and resurface decks whose frames are still sound. Resurfacing is often half the cost of a full rebuild when the framing passes inspection.

What's included

New decks with concrete footings below frost line
Ledger attachment with through-bolts or structural screws and flashing
Pressure-treated, cedar and composite decking
Code-height railings and graspable stair rails
Deck resurfacing on sound frames
Front porch floors, columns, steps and railings
Staining and sealing (see exterior painting)

Local conditions

Decks on Staten Island lots

Permits. In NYC, a new deck, or rebuilding the structure of an existing one, generally needs a Department of Buildings filing, and zoning yard rules apply. We'll check your lot before design so the deck you want is one the city will approve.

Raised homes. Many East and South Shore houses were elevated after Hurricane Sandy, which turned simple back steps into tall stairs and landings. Those need proper landings, guards and lateral bracing. It's a lot of what we rebuild.

Composite near the water. Composite boards don't rot, splinter or need staining, which matters with salt air and summer sun. Pressure-treated still makes sense for the framing and for budget builds.

How the job runs

Construction schedule

01Call & walkthrough
We visit, measure, and listen. Usually within a few days of your call.
02Written quote
Itemized scope and price, typically a day or two after the visit.
03Paperwork & scheduling
Permits where required, condo/co-op COIs, materials ordered, dates locked.
04Build
One crew lead, licensed trades where required, clean site every day.
05Walkthrough & sign-off
We walk the finished job with you and close out the punch list.

Durations are illustrative. Your quote includes a schedule for your job.

FAQ

Decks & porches questions

Composite or wood decking?

Composite costs more up front but needs no staining, won't splinter, and lasts decades. Pressure-treated wood is the budget option and needs cleaning and sealing every couple of years. Either way, the frame underneath is pressure-treated lumber.

Can you replace just the deck boards?

If the joists, beams, ledger and footings are sound, yes. We inspect the frame first and replace only what's failed.

Often done together